Trek Marlin 5 2019
2019 Mountain
Estimate price |
539$
Weight | 14.59 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" / 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour
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Groupset Tourney, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 7 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
147cm - 155cm
SM
153cm - 163cm
MD
160cm - 172cm
MD/LG
170cm - 179cm
LG
177cm - 188cm
XL
186cm - 197cm
XXL
194cm - 203cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Alpha Silver Aluminum, internal derailleur, dropper post and brake routing, chainstay brake mount, rack & kickstand mount, G2 Geometry on 29ers
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCE 28, coil spring, preload, G2 Geometry w/51mm offset on 29ers, 100mm travel (13.5: 80mm travel)
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney TY300
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney TY300
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus M310, 7 speed
Cassette
Shimano TZ500, 14-28, 7 speed
Crank
Shimano Tourney TY301, 42/34/24
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge, 73mm
Chain
KMC Z51
Pedals
VP-536 nylon platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula DC20 alloy
Rear Hub
Formula DC31 alloy
Rims
Bontrager Connection 32-hole double-walled
Tires
Bontrager XR2, 29x2.20? front, 29x2.0? rear (13.5 & 15.5: 27.5x2.20?)
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HD-275 hydraulic disc (13.5 & 15.5: Tektro HD-276 short reach lever)
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 7 degree, Blendr compatible
Handlebar
Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 5mm rise, 720mm width (13.5: 690mm width)
Grips
Bontrager XR Endurance Comp
Headset
1-1/8? threadless, semi-integrated, semi-cartridge bearings
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Arvada
Seatpost
Bontrager alloy, 2-bolt head, 31.6mm, 12mm offset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | MD/LG | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.51 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.34 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 292 mm | 302 mm | 311 mm | 311 mm | 311 mm | 311 mm | 311 mm |
| Front Center | 618 mm | 632 mm | 677 mm | 693 mm | 713 mm | 735 mm | 754 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 85 mm | 85 mm | 83 mm | 83 mm | 83 mm | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Stack | 559 mm | 568 mm | 592 mm | 592 mm | 602 mm | 620 mm | 635 mm |
| Reach | 370 mm | 379 mm | 412 mm | 428 mm | 445 mm | 460 mm | 474 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 537 mm | 549 mm | 589 mm | 605 mm | 625 mm | 646 mm | 664 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 343 mm | 368 mm | 419 mm | 444 mm | 470 mm | 521 mm | 559 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 90 mm | 90 mm | 90 mm | 100 mm | 120 mm | 135 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1043 mm | 1060 mm | 1103 mm | 1119 mm | 1139 mm | 1161 mm | 1180 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 58 mm | 48 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm |
| Standover Height | 699 mm | 722 mm | 737 mm | 744 mm | 741 mm | 744 mm | 777 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 147 cm | 153 cm | 160 cm | 170 cm | 177 cm | 186 cm | 194 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 155 cm | 163 cm | 172 cm | 179 cm | 188 cm | 197 cm | 203 cm |
Model Overview
Marlin 5 is part of the Trek Marlin model. Trek launched 90 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2019, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Trek Marlin 4 2019 has a starting price of 469$. Trek Marlin 7 2019 on the other hand is the most expensive at 789$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
At the moment of the release date, Trek Marlin 5 price was 539$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 253.43% lower.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Crosscountry bike is 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Weighing 14.59 kg (32.17 lbs), the Marlin 5 model is much heavier than average. In other words, this model is 17.66% heavier than the average Crosscountry bike.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the SunTour model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels
The Marlin 5 2019 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Trek Marlin 5 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Marlin 5 comes in 7 sizes, that range from 147 cm – 203 cm (4.82 ft – 6.66 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.